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Erica Jong Reads John Updike

The New Yorker: Poetry

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Exploring Poetry Influence and Themes of Beauty and Sorrow

A deep dive into the impact of John Updike's poetry on the speaker, reflecting on Updike's work during his passing, followed by a comparison of themes in the works of John Updike and John Keats. The chapter also delves into Keats' profound influence on the speaker's writing, addressing themes of mortality, sorrow, and the essence of poetry.

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